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“The liberal left can be as rigid and destructive as any force in American life.”

Quote by Daniel Patrick Moynihan

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Daniel Patrick Moynihan

Daniel Patrick Moynihan was a prominent American politician who served as a United States Senator. He had a significant impact on political, social policy, and foreign policy issues. more

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